Google Pixel 9 Series: Tensor G4 Chipset Revealed - Benchmark Scores and Performance Expectations

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Google may have switched from Samsung to TSMC for chip production due to more powerful and energy-efficient chips
Google Pixel 9: AnTuTu benchmark score - 1,071,616 points
Google Pixel 9 Pro: AnTuTu benchmark score - 1,148,452 points
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: AnTuTu benchmark score - 1,176,410 points
Google Pixel 9 series to be powered by Tensor G4 chipset
Tensor G4 expected to have octa-core configuration: 1 Cortex-X4 core at 3.1 GHz, 3 Cortex-A720 cores at 2.6 GHz, and 4 Cortex-A520 cores at 1.95 GHz
Google Pixel 9 Series: Tensor G4 Chipset Revealed - Benchmark Scores and Performance Expectations

The upcoming Google Pixel 9 series, set to be released later this year, has been the subject of much anticipation and leaks in recent weeks. According to various sources, including benchmark scores and configuration details, the Tensor G4 chipset will power all three models: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL. This marks a shift from Samsung to TSMC as Google's chip provider for the upcoming Pixel 10 series in 2025.

The Tensor G4 chipset is expected to have an octa-core configuration, consisting of one Cortex-X4 core with a clock speed of 3.1 GHz, three Cortex-A720 cores at 2.6 GHz, and four Cortex-A520 cores at 1.95 GHz.

AnTuTu benchmark scores for each Pixel 9 model have been revealed: Google Pixel 9 - 1,071,616 points, Google Pixel 9 Pro - 1,148,452 points, and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL - 1,176,410 points. These scores represent a modest improvement over the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8 series.

It is important to note that these benchmark scores are not final and may change before the official launch of the devices. Additionally, Google could make some adjustments to optimize performance before releasing the Pixel 9 series this fall.

Google's decision to switch from Samsung to TSMC for its chip provider might be a strategic move, as TSMC is known for producing more powerful and energy-efficient chips compared to Samsung Foundry. This could potentially lead to better performance and longer battery life in the Pixel 9 series.

Stay tuned for more updates on the Google Pixel 9 series as we approach its official launch.



Confidence

85%

Doubts
  • Benchmark scores may change before official launch
  • Performance optimizations could affect final benchmark scores

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  • Unique Points
    • Google leaked images of the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL before their official launch.
    • New camera module is embedded in the new lineup, as shown in leaked images.
  • Accuracy
    • The Tensor G4 chipset operates at higher frequencies compared to the previous generation Tensor G3 SoC.
    • The Tensor G4 has one Cortex-X4 Performance CPU core running at 3.1GHz, three Cortex-A720 Performance-Efficiency CPU cores running at up to 2.6GHz, and four Cortex-A520 Efficiency CPU cores running at up to 1.95GHz.
    • The Tensor G4 has a 1+3+4 core configuration with the Cortex-X4 serving as the prime/flagship.
    • The Tensor G4's Cortex-X4 offers a 15% performance improvement and 40% better power efficiency compared to its predecessor.
    • AnTuTu scores for the Pixel 9 Pro XL were 1,176,410, for the Pixel 9 Pro were 1,148,452, and for the Pixel 9 were 1,071,616.
    • The Tensor G4 chipset comprises one Cortex-X4 core with a clock speed of 3.1 GHz and is backed by three Cortex-A720 (2.6 GHz) and four Cortex-A520 (1.95 GHz) cores.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains inflammatory rhetoric and appeals to authority. It also uses a dichotomous depiction by comparing the Pixel 9 series with the iPhone 15 devices.
    • Google isn’t the best when it comes to keeping its products under wraps before their official launch.
    • The Pixel 9 and the Pixel 9 Pro are of the same size as the iPhone 15 Pro, whereas the Pixel 9 Pro XL is close to the size of the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
    • Google has embedded in [the] new lineup a new camera module that is different from previous generations.
  • Bias (100%)
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  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
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  • Unique Points
    • The Tensor G4 application processor (AP) in the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL will be the last partially customized Tensor AP by Google.
    • Starting with the 2025 Pixel 10 series, Google will fully customize the Tensor chips.
    • The Tensor G4 has fewer cores than the Tensor G3 (nine vs eight).
    • AnTuTu scores for the Pixel 9 Pro XL were 1176410, for the Pixel 9 Pro were 1148452, and for the Pixel 9 were 1071616.
    • The Tensor G5 will be produced by TSMC using its second-generation 3nm process node.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
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  • Fallacies (100%)
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  • Unique Points
    • The leaked Pixel 9, 9 Pro, and 9 Pro XL have been subjected to preliminary benchmarks.
    • The Tensor G4 has a 1+3+4 core configuration with the Cortex-X4 serving as the prime/flagship.
    • The Tensor G4’s Cortex-X4 offers a 15% performance improvement and 40% better power efficiency compared to its predecessor.
    • The A720 in Tensor G4 offers a 20% boost in power efficiency compared to its predecessor.
    • The Pixel 9 series, powered by Tensor G4, have achieved the following AnTuTu benchmark scores: Pixel 8 - 877,443 points, Pixel 9 (Tokay) - 1,016,167 points, Pixel 9 Pro (Caiman) - 1,148,452 points, and Pixel 9 Pro XL (Komodo) - 1,176,410 points.
    • The Tensor G5 on the Pixel 10 is expected to switch to TSMC.
  • Accuracy
    • The Tensor G4's Cortex-X4 offers a 15% performance improvement and 40% better power efficiency compared to its predecessor.
    • The A720 in Tensor G4 offers a 20% boost in power efficiency compared to its predecessor.
    • AnTuTu scores for the Pixel 9 Pro XL were 1176410, for the Pixel 9 Pro were 1148452, and for the Pixel 9 were 1071616.
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
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  • Unique Points
    • Google is expected to switch from Samsung to TSMC as its chip provider for the Pixel 10 series next year
    • The Tensor G4 chipset will power all three Pixel 9 models later this fall
    • AnTuTu benchmark scores for each Pixel 9 model have been revealed: Google Pixel 9 - 1,071,616, Google Pixel 9 Pro - 1,148,452, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL - 1,176,410
    • Google may not bring significant changes to its 2024 mobile SoC
    • Google could make the switch from Samsung to TSMC for the Pixel 10’s Tensor G5 chip
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (80%)
    The article provides AnTuTu benchmark scores for the Google Pixel 9 series and compares them to the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8 series. While this information is relevant, it also contains some deceptive practices. The author states that 'These benchmark results also reveal the configuration of the 8-core Tensor G4 chipset,' implying that they have exclusive knowledge of the chipset's configuration when in fact, this information was obtained from a leak and publicly available. Additionally, the author makes editorializing statements such as 'While these numbers are higher than the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8’s score of around 900,000, it’s not a big upgrade by any means.' This statement is an opinion and not a fact. Lastly, there is selective reporting as the author only reports details that support their position about the lack of significant upgrades in the Tensor G4 chipset.
    • These benchmark results also reveal the configuration of the 8-core Tensor G4 chipset, which will reportedly comprise one Cortex-X4 core with a clock speed of 3.1 GHz, backed by three Cortex-A720 (2.6 GHz) and four Cortex-A520 (1.95 GHz) cores.
    • While these numbers are higher than the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8’s score of around 900,000, it’s not a big upgrade by any means.
    • The leak also highlights the AnTuTu Benchmark scores for all three Pixel 9 phones, giving us an early idea about its performance, particularly in comparison to the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8 series.
  • Fallacies (95%)
    The article contains some instances of hyperbole and appeals to authority, but no formal or blatant logical fallacies are present. The author uses phrases like 'radical shakeup', 'biggest mobile shakeup since Tensor', and 'early days for the Pixel 9 trio' to create a sense of excitement or importance around the upcoming Google Pixel 9 devices. Additionally, the author references a news site (Rozetked) as their source for the AnTuTu benchmark scores and performance details of the Tensor G4 chipset. While this is not inherently problematic, it does constitute an appeal to authority.
    • ][author] The Pixel 9 series should be Google’s biggest mobile shakeup since Tensor [[//]] .
    • [][] The leak also highlights the AnTuTu Benchmark scores for all three Pixel 9 phones, giving us an early idea about its performance, particularly in comparison to the Tensor G3-powered Pixel 8 series. [[author]] reveals
    • [][] Additional reporting suggests that Google could make the big switch from Samsung to TSMC for the Pixel 10’s Tensor G5 chip. [[author]] suggests
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
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    None Found At Time Of Publication